MANTZORIS, Christina  -  Loving mother and yiayia, passed away at the age of 81, on July 31, 2024, after a short yet valiant battle with an aggressive cancer.

She leaves behind her beloved husband, Jim Mantzoris of almost 63 years; and her loving children, Tina, John (wife, Patricia), Michael, and William (wife, Tracey); as well as her adored grandchildren, Jamie, Kristin, Kate, Mimi, James, and Gabrielle.

Her final hours were spent peacefully, at Mt. Sinai Hospital in Toronto, surrounded by her family.

Christina was born in Kotylion, Greece, in 1943 and was the daughter of the late Michalis and Vasiliki (nee Kotsavra) Michelis. She immigrated to Canada in 1959 at the age of 16 and married her loving husband, Jim, in 1961 in London, Ontario.

Eventually, they settled down in Toronto, where they created a beautiful life together.

She was proud of her children for their educational pursuits and accomplishments. In addition, she adored and doted on her grandchildren. There wasn't anything she wouldn't do for them.

She will be remembered for her devotion to her family and to God, her authenticity, kindness, patience, and honesty. Thank you to the wonderful nursing and medical staff at Mt. Sinai. on floor 10S. for their compassion, care. and support. Christina will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Visitation will be held at Heritage Funeral Centre, 50 Overlea Blvd., on Monday, August 5, 2024. from 4-8 p.m. Funeral service will be held at All Saints Greek Orthodox Church, 3125 Bayview Ave., Toronto, on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. Interment will follow.

In lieu of flowers. donations can be made to Mt. Sinai Hospital, Princess Margaret Hospital, or the Cancer Society.